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High School Interview Skills Lesson
Download Activity and Lesson Plan As educators working with high schoolers, we understand the significance of interview skills in their transition to adulthood and future careers. Whether it's a college admission interview, a job interview, or a scholarship interview,...
Elementary Feeling Frustrated Activity
Download Activity and Lesson Plan Being a Speech-Language Pathologist, we are uniquely positioned to teach our students invaluable life skills, such as emotional management and resilience. With the increasingly fast-paced and high-pressure environment in which...
Preschool Play Skills Lesson Plan
Download Activity and Lesson Plan As educators working with preschoolers, we understand the importance of socialization and play skills development. One critical aspect of social interaction for young children is learning how to successfully join a group. By equipping...
Friendship Worksheet (PDF) for Middle School
Download Activity and Lesson Plan As a speech-language pathologist, you're undoubtedly aware of the essential role you play in nurturing the communication skills of middle school students. Today, we're going to delve into an often overlooked but vital aspect of...
Bullying Activities for Elementary Students
Download Activity and Lesson Plan Key Takeaways Bullying involves repeated unkind behavior or threats towards others, taking various forms like name-calling, physical harm, online messages, or exclusion. It's crucial for all students to speak up if they or someone...
Middle School Friendship Lesson
Download Activity and Lesson Plan Maintaining friendships during the often tumultuous years of middle school can be a challenging task for many students. As a speech-language pathologist, you are uniquely positioned to help students navigate this critical aspect of...
Making Career Goals Lesson Plan
Download Activity and Lesson Plan As educators, one of our primary goals is to prepare our high school students for life beyond graduation. A crucial aspect of this preparation is helping them develop professional skills and set career goals. By encouraging students...
Middle School Self-Worth Lesson Plan
Download Activity and Lesson Plan As educators, one of our key objectives is to help our students develop a strong sense of self-worth and confidence. Middle school can be a challenging time for any student, but it is particularly important for students with special...
Elementary Social Skills Summer Break Activity
Download Activity and Lesson Plan Hello Speech-Language Pathologists and Special Education Teachers! This lesson plan aims to enhance students' communication and social skills through the joy of sharing summer stories. The beauty of it all? Zero preparation needed!...
No-Prep Activities
Helping Students with Special Needs Develop Problem-Solving Skills
Introduction For students in special education, developing problem-solving skills is crucial for navigating through everyday challenges. Educators play a vital role in teaching these skills and fostering a supportive environment where students can practice and apply...
Teaching Empathy Through Role-Playing Activities for High School Students
Introduction Empathy is a crucial skill for students to develop in order to create meaningful relationships and navigate social situations effectively. It involves understanding and relating to the feelings of others and seeing the world from their perspective. In...
Teaching the Importance of a Quiet Body for Focused Work to Elementary Students
Introduction As educators, we know that helping students develop a sense of focus and self-control is crucial for their success in the classroom. One essential skill to teach our students is the concept of maintaining a quiet body while working. This means not moving...
Solve It: A Step-by-Step Problem-Solving Game for Educators
Introduction In today's fast-paced world, problem-solving skills are essential for students to navigate through life's challenges. Solve It is a game designed to teach these skills through a step-by-step process that involves identifying the problem, determining its...
Driving Conversations Forward: Enhancing Communication Skills
In today's fast-paced world, effective communication is more important than ever. Educators play a crucial role in helping students develop strong communication skills, which in turn contribute to their overall social-emotional growth. One of the key aspects of...
Teaching the Art of Showing Interest in Conversations for Elementary Students
Introduction In the complex world of social interactions, it's crucial for children to learn and understand that different people have different interests. This understanding can help students develop empathy, respect, and effective communication skills. One essential...
Helping PreK Students Cope with Being Upset: Activities and Strategies
Introduction As educators working with PreK students, it is essential to teach them how to cope with their emotions, especially when they are upset. By incorporating principles of Social-Emotional Learning, we can help our students develop healthy ways to handle their...
Teaching PreK Students the Importance of Safe Hands and Safe Feet
Introduction As educators, it is important to teach our PreK students the value of having safe hands and safe feet. This concept helps children understand that their actions have an impact on others and can contribute to a positive and safe environment for everyone....
Teaching Restaurant Rules to Special Education Students for Better Social Skills
Introduction Eating a meal with others is an essential social experience for everyone. For students in special education, understanding and practicing the Restaurant Rules can help them navigate social situations during mealtime more effectively. These rules include...
Teaching Cyber Skills: A Guide for Special Education Educators
Introduction In today's increasingly digital world, it is crucial for students to learn how to stay safe online. For educators working with students in special education, teaching cyber skills can be particularly important. Cyber skills are smart ways to stay safe...
Repair the Conversation: A Game to Improve Middle School Students’ Conversation Skills
Introduction Communication is a vital skill for students to navigate their social and academic lives. Repair the Conversation is a game designed to help middle school students recognize when a conversation goes off track and learn how to bring it back on track. By...
Teaching Middle School Students to Overcome Embarrassment
Introduction Embarrassment is a common emotion experienced by everyone, including middle school students. As educators, it's essential to teach our students how to cope with feelings of embarrassment and build resilience. In this blog post, we'll discuss a no-prep...
Teaching Self-Control: An Essential Skill for Student Success
Introduction In today's fast-paced world, teaching students the skill of self-control is crucial for their success, both academically and socially. Self-control refers to the ability to manage one's emotions, thoughts, and behaviors, even when faced with challenges or...
Understanding Consequences and Teaching Acceptance in the Classroom
Introduction Consequences are an integral part of social-emotional learning, as they help students understand the results of their actions. These outcomes can be either positive or negative, and learning to accept them is crucial for personal growth and social...
Teaching Good Sportsmanship: Activities and Discussion Questions
As educators, it is crucial to help students develop positive social skills that will enable them to interact effectively with their peers and navigate the complexities of life. One such skill is good sportsmanship, which is the ability to handle both winning and...
